Is disteardimonium hectorite safe for skin?

Disteardimonium hectorite is a clay-derived suspending agent graded at low concern in published reviews. It is used in small amounts to thicken and stabilize formulations.

What is disteardimonium hectorite?

This ingredient is a chemically modified clay mineral used as a thickener and suspending agent in cosmetics. It does not penetrate the skin and remains primarily on the surface.

Disteardimonium hectorite is not commonly reported to clog pores at typical use levels, though individual responses vary depending on skin type and the overall formulation.

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Disteardimonium Hectorite

Watch if sensitive·Moderate evidence

A quaternized clay mineral used to thicken and suspend products. CIR found it safe as used, though the mineral base means trace amounts of inhalable silica particles exist if the powder form is aerosolized. It is well tolerated in leave-on and rinse-off cosmetics when formulated properly.

Questions

Is disteardimonium hectorite safe for skin?: Disteardimonium hectorite is a clay-derived suspending agent graded at low concern in published reviews. It is used in small amounts to thicken and stabilize formulations.
What is disteardimonium hectorite?: This ingredient is a chemically modified clay mineral used as a thickener and suspending agent in cosmetics. It does not penetrate the skin and remains primarily on the surface.
Can it clog pores?: Disteardimonium hectorite is not commonly reported to clog pores at typical use levels, though individual responses vary depending on skin type and the overall formulation.

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Cosmetic information for general education, not medical advice. A verdict is a reading of the published evidence, never a guarantee for your skin: any ingredient can irritate someone, so patch test new products and see a professional if you react. Concern is graded on cited evidence, never on hazard-score lists. See how we score.